Hymn of the Day – Page 43 – The Prayer Link

Monday

But let justice roll on like a river,

righteousness like a never-failing stream!

~Amos 5:24~

Please say some prayers for Mrs. Grace Chadwick who has been moved to the hospital. She and her family will be very appreciative.

Continue to pray for Kathy Dale Forrest.

Vacation Bible Schools this week: Hillsdale and East Fork.

New Zion Baptist Church baptized three youth yesterday and have another one to baptize next week. Let’s all say a pray of thanksgiving for youth workers and summer camps for youth. They make a difference in many lives!

Operation Christmas Child – Ted and a Washcloth – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-ted/

Associational WMU meeting – one week from today at Spring Creek Baptist Church

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Luke 12:27-30

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“A Lesson Learned” – http://odb.org/2016/07/11/a-lesson-learned/
I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. ~Philippians 4:11~
“I’ve Got Peace Like a River”

On this day when the weather promises to be hot, I hope you have a warm heart and will share it with others today.

Anna Lee

Sunday

But Peter and John replied,

“Which is right in God’s eyes:

to listen to you, or to him?

You be the judges!

As for us, we cannot help speaking

about what we have seen and heard.”

~Acts 4:19-20~

Please pray for Mr. Earlo LaBauve, Sharon Martin’s dad. He is very sick.

Thom S. Rainer – http://thomrainer.com/

Waylon Bailey – http://waylonbailey.com/

Operation christmas Child – Alex and a Candy Cane –https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-alex/

Scripture Writing – Luke 2:22-26 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+2%3A22-26&version=NIV

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Language of Love” – http://odb.org/2016/07/10/language-of-love/
With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. ~James 3:9~
“Be Careful”

The Gospel Opry not only had a good house band, but the guests, The McKay Project of Columbia, were outstanding. There was so much talent being used for the Lord! I hope to hear them again.

Anna Lee

Friday

Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they will be called children of God.

~Matthew 5:9~

Let’s pray for America

and police officers today!

Update on David Bryant – David has improved and is now in rehab in Lafayette. Keep praying! David worked in law enforcement, but that is not his medical issue.

Operation Christmas Child – Azima and a Handwritten Note –https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-azima-and-a-handwritten-note/

Scripture Writing – I Peter 5:5-8

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Coming Event

July 9 – Gospel Opry at McComb
July 17 – Planning meeting for next Ladies’ Night
July 18 – Associational WMU meets at Spring CreekJuly 21 – Third Thursday at the Cabin
July 26 – “Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party
Wednesdays – Children in Action and Mission Friends
Fridays – Bible Study
Sundays – Bible Study (Sunday School)

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Our Chief Task” – http://odb.org/2016/07/08/our-chief-task/ Even if you don’t usually read the devotionals, please read this one today. Know that I didn’t choose it. It is listed on Our Daily Bread for today’s date. God sent this to us on a day when we need this reminder most!
I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. ~John 14:6~
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”
- Lyrics – http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/l/d/ldalexcl.htm
- History – http://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-love-divine-all-loves-excelling
- YouTube – https://vimeo.com/69478674

If we have Jesus in our hearts, it is our responsibility to show and share His love with others!

Anna Lee

Thursday

Love must be sincere.

Hate what is evil;

cling to what is good.

~Romans 12:9~

I’m very happy to report that Mrs. Ruby Dillon is much better. Thank you for praying for her.

Aaron Samuel Pope

Born: April 20, 1953
Died: July 02, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3789410&fh_id=10545

Scripture Writing – Joshua 1:7-9

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – “Aline and the Princess Shoes” (I trust you are enjoying these true stories and seeing the pictures. I also trust your heart will be touched to help with this project. You can donate through your church, the website, or with any group packing shoeboxes this year. The main thing is you respond to the tug on your heart and help!)

Friday Morning Bible Study – 10 A.M.

Children on Mission and Mission Friends – Wednesdays 6-7 P.M.

“Young” Ladies’ Birthday Party – July 26

Third Thursday – July 21

Associational WMU Meeting at Spring Creek – July 18

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Important Matters” – http://odb.org/2016/07/07/important-reminders/
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. ~Deuteronomy 6:6~
“Trust and Obey”
- Lyrics – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Trust_and_Obey/
- History – http://hishymnhistory.blogspot.com/2012/11/trust-and-obey.html
- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD3JiXt_g_g (Kids! The command is for adults too!)

Wednesday

You, my brothers and sisters,

were called to be free.

But do not use your freedom

to indulge the flesh ;

rather,

serve one another humbly in love.

~Galatians 5:13~

Sherman Cutrer has another setback, a blood infection. Jewel Kay asks that we pray.

Bennett Hendry (Another person I grew up with; You will probably know some of his family.)

Born: January 04, 1947
Died: July 05, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3788740&fh_id=10545

Operation Christmas Child – “Natasha and a Tract” – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-natasha-and-a-tract/

Scripture Writing – Psalm 94:16-19

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Tonight at 6 P.M.

Mission Friends – ages 2-4
Children in Action – grades 1-5

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Strengthening the Heart” – http://odb.org/2016/07/06/strengthening-the-heart/
It is good for our hearts to be strengthened by grace. ~ Hebrews 13:9~
“Wonderful Words of Life”
- Lyrics – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Wonderful_Words_of_Life/
- History – https://wordwisehymns.com/2011/06/06/wonderful-words-of-life/
- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVh–AlfkH4

Study His words. Plant them in your heart. Let them guide your hands, feet, and hearts.

Anna Lee

Tuesday

Now the Lord is the Spirit,

and where the Spirit of the Lord is,

there is freedom.

~2 Corinthians 3:17~

Scripture Writing – Psalm 94:12-15

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Operation Christmas Child – David – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-david-and-a-toy-car/

Let’s name some of David’s life-changing blessings: a church available to his family, parents who took him to church, a shoebox, coming to America, another church, his educational opportunities, etc.

“My interest in how things—and people—can be restored to new life probably started with that toy car.”

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Coming Alongside” – http://odb.org/2016/07/05/coming-alongside-2/
Aaron and Hur held [Moses’s] hands up—one on one side, one on the other. ~Exodus 17:12~
“Just When I Need Him Most”
- Lyrics – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Just_When_I_Need_Him_Most/
- History – https://wordwisehymns.com/2012/12/28/just-when-i-need-him-most/
- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmUkJ0knvTQ

Remember, we all need Him!

Anna Lee

Monday

In him and through faith in him

we may approach God with freedom and confidence.

~Ephesians 3:12 NIV~

Justin Lambert continues to show improvement. Pray for the family as they remain faithful to their patient vigil at the hospital and to their trust in God to be in charge of Justin’s situation.

Sherman Cutrer is having problems with his white blood count. Say some extra prayers for him as doctors deal with this.

Emily Camille Bellavia

Born: December 05, 1989
Died: July 01, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3787146&fh_id=

Operation Christmas Child – “Alina and the Princess Shoes”

https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-alina-and-the-princess-shoes/

With your support, we can reach our goal of helping lots of Alinas!

Scripture Writing – 2 Timothy 1:6-12

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Join the Cry”
I urge . . . that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people. ~ 1 Timothy 2:1~
“Teach Me to Pray”
- Lyrics – http://lyrics.astraweb.com/display/183/hymns..unknown..teach_me_to_pray.html
- History – https://wordwisehymns.com/2011/04/22/teach-me-to-pray/
- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Anga1Ow_7Y

Mission Organizations will meet in the L-wing Wednesday from 6-7 P.M.

Mission Friends – Ages 3-5
Children on Mission – Grades 1-5

Our many freedoms, including religious freedom, are not free.

Anna Lee

Saturday

I will walk about in freedom,

for I have sought out your precepts.

~Psalm 119:45~

Scripture Writing – John 14: 28-31

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Waiting on God” – http://odb.org/2016/07/03/waiting-on-god/
[The Lord] is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. ~2 Peter 3:9~
“Bring Them In”
- Lyrics – http://library.timelesstruths.org/music/Bring_Them_In/
- YouTube – http://www.music-folk-play-hymns.com/Bring-Them-In.html

Operation Christmas Child – https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/shoebox-stories-denis-and-a-cowboy

I was given some cash to shop for someone. Thanks to a thrifty shopper we were able to buy bars of soap, enough to complete shopping for all the soap needed this year. Thanks to the donor. Thanks to the shopper. If you would like a lady to shop for you, feel free to give cash. Many more items are needed and you can be a part by contributing once or monthly. You will help to make special memories for a child like Denis.

Children in Action and Mission Friends had the first meeting Wednesday. We had some precious children who were anxious to sing, do, learn, pray, listen, etc. We will meet again Wednesday at 6:00 P.M. in the L-wing. Bring your children so they can be a part.

Have a great day tomorrow remembering and thanking God for the freedoms we have in America.

Anna Lee

Saturday

The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me,

because the LORD has anointed me

to proclaim good news to the poor.

He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,

to proclaim freedom for the captives

and release from darkness for the prisoners.

~Isaiah 61:1~

Today, let’s pray for Rev. Don Meadows and members of The Lord’s Church as they help with a block party in Houma today with a block party and outreach activities. May God use their efforts to bring others to Him.

Pray for Mr. Earlo LaBauve, father of Sharon Martin and her siblings Elaine and Larry, as they assist him at his home at Fluker.

Waylon Bailey – waylonbailey.com

Thom S. Rainer – thomrainer.com

Scripture Writing – John 14:23-27

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Come Sit a Spell” – http://odb.org/2016/07/02/come-sit-a-spell/
Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today. ~Luke 19:5~
“Blest be the Tie”

What has God got planned for you today? Don’t miss out!

Anna Lee

Thursday

So if the Son sets you free,

you will be free indeed.

~John 8:36~

The family of Justin Lambert is happy to share that he is slowly showing signs of improvement. Keep praying.

Sharon Martin would be appreciative of prayers for her family as they help care for her dad, Earlo LaBauve, who is now home west of Fluker.

Rev. Brian and Tamera Richards announce the birth of Sophia Grace Richards who was born last night at 7:26 weighing 6 lb.2.8 Oz and measuring 19 in. long. Pray for the growing family.

Jesenda Dunnington

Born: May 20, 1992
Died: June 27, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public%3Aobituaries.view&o_id=3765426&fh_id=10545

Guynell A. Hess

Born: January 28, 1943
Died: June 29, 2016

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3775158

Scripture Writing – John 8:1-11

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“Called By Name” – http://odb.org/2016/06/30/called-by-name-2/
He calls his own sheep by name. ~John 10:3~
“What a Friend We Have in Jesus”
- Lyrics – http://www.hymnsite.com/lyrics/umh526.sht
- History – http://www.sharefaith.com/guide/Christian-Music/hymns-the-songs-and-the-stories/what-a-friend-we-have-in-jesus-the-song-and-the-story.html
- YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3URy4oRLZs

We had our first meeting with Children in Action and Mission Friends last night. I think everyone had a good time and is looking forward to next week. We meet again at 6 P.M. Wednesday in the L-wing. I’m thankful for the adult volunteers and for the children who attended. The children will be giving their offering in the next few months to make purchases for Operation Christian Child.

School supplies are being marked down for the coming year. Check out the wreaths at church to select cards for school supplies we will need to pack our Shoeboxes.

Anna Lee